Kelly Southee
Artist

Two problems I have as an artist: I see so much that I'd like to paint, so many inspiring scenes, but alas I don't have enough time to capture as much as I'd like to. The scenes which do become finished artworks then sit in corners of my home and studio, awaiting exhibition. Some paintings are big, others are medium in size. I often get them framed. And the result? They take up a lot of room. The solution I have found! In order to capture a goodly chunk of the places I most a

Are you a bit perplexed when a building disappears? I am! And sometimes I find it hard to recall the form of the building that was demolished or removed from its site. Eeek! I may have passed it dozens of times over the years. Then suddenly it isn't there and I think "Why can't I remember?". I also feel a tad guilty for not admiring what's around me quite enough. This realisation has prompted me, since 2015, to record places that I admire: including old garages, corner sto

I've enjoyed living in this city for over 30 years. It's always great to visit the CBD on a fine day and to wander around. During winter...

Since 2015 I have been actively capturing places that might not be here in a few years, if not a few months: old corner stores, homes,...

Since 2015 I have been actively capturing places that might not be here in a few years, if not a few months: old corner stores, homes,...